UX Designer Salary in Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality
Port Elizabeth has a manufacturing sector and automotive plants. Living costs are lower than Johannesburg. Salaries reflect the regional industry.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
R180,000 to R260,000
Average (per year)
R220,000
Graduates begin their careers at agencies or manufacturing firms and receive modest starting salaries.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
R260,000 to R380,000
Average (per year)
R320,000
Designers with experience in automotive or local tech companies work in the region.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
R380,000 to R520,000
Average (per year)
R450,000
Managers working for established employers hold senior positions.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
R520,000+
Lead designers at large firms, including automakers, work on major projects.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
R90 - R130
per hour
Mid-level
R130 - R180
per hour
Senior
R180 - R260
per hour